Joining Technologies (ME417) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Joining Technologies ME417 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
ME210
Course Language English
Course Type Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery
Learning and Teaching Strategies .
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Course Assistants
Course Objectives
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Upon successful completion of this course, the students will have knowledge on design and appropriate selection of joints
Course Content Stress analysis, static and fatigue failure criteria for joined structures; design methods for mechanical fastening, welding and adhesive bonding; manufacturing of joints (i.e. installation of fasteners, application on adhesive on substrates); maintenance of joints (e.g. corrosion protection, inspection, etc.).

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction Chapter 1
2 Mechanical Fastening Chapter 2
3 Mechanical Fastening Chapter 3
4 Mechanical Fastening Chapter 4
5 Mechanical Fastening Chapter 5
6 Welding Chapter 6
7 Welding Chapter 7
8 Welding Chapter 8
9 Adhesive Bonding Chapter 9
10 Adhesive Bonding Chapter 10
11 Adhesive Bonding Chapter 11
12 Misc. (Corrosion protection, application, etc.) Chapter 12
13 Misc. (Corrosion protection, application, etc.) Chapter 13
14 Misc. (Corrosion protection, application, etc.) Chapter 14
15 Final exam period All Chapters
16 Final exam period All Chapters

Sources

Course Book 1. 1. Shigley J E, Mischke C R, Mechanical Engineering Design, ISBN: 0-07-100292-8
Other Sources 2. 2. Brandon D D, Kaplan W D, Joining Processes, ISBN-10: 0471964883, ISBN-13: 978-0471964889
3. 3. R.D. Adams (Author), J. Comyn (Author), W.C. Wake, Structural Adhesive Joints in Engineering, ISBN-10: 0412709201, ISBN-13: 978-0412709203

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 10 30
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 30
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 12 100
Percentage of Semester Work
Percentage of Final Work 100
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Gains sufficient knowledge in subjects specific to mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering disciplines; gains the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields to solve complex engineering problems. X
2 Defines, formulates, and solves complex engineering problems; selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. X
3 Designs a complex system, process, device, or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; applies modern design methods. X
4 Selects and uses modern techniques and tools necessary for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering applications; gains the ability to use information technologies effectively. X
5 Designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, and analyzes and interprets the results for studying complex engineering problems or research topics specific to engineering disciplines. X
6 Works effectively in both disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; gains the ability to work individually. X
7 Develops effective oral and written communication skills; acquires proficiency in at least one foreign language; writes effective reports and understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, delivers effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions. X
8 Develops awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; gains access to information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself. X
9 Acts in accordance with ethical principles, takes professional and ethical responsibility, and possesses knowledge of standards used in engineering applications. X
10 Gains knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develops awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; possesses knowledge of sustainable development. X
11 Gains knowledge of the impacts of engineering applications on health, environment, and safety in universal and societal dimensions, and the issues reflected in contemporary engineering fields; develops awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. X
12 Gains the ability to work in both thermal and mechanical systems fields, including the design and implementation of such systems. X

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 3 48
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 10 2 20
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 5 5
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 5 5
Total Workload 126